Kayaking in Negombo | Photo by Jetwing Lagoon
Kayaking is a sport that lets you blend in with nature. The seaside resort of Negombo is ideal for sea kayaking on the glistening waters of the Indian Ocean. Then there is the massive Negombo Lagoon a verdant ecosystem of mangrove forests, the lagoon thriving with wildlife makes for a marvelous kayak tour.
Negombo a Central Town
Sitting on the western coast of Sri Lanka Negombo is the closest beach resort to the international airport. The town is a cosmopolitan hub catering to all manner of tourists while the by roads leading off to the beach gradually change into a setting of rustic beauty. Many adventure sports tours end up in Negombo; especially white water rafting and kayaking trips.
Negombo Kayaking and Accommodation
Whether you are heading to Negombo for kayaking on the lagoon or sea or are en-route to white water rafting spots across the island there are excellent accommodation options in the resort. If you are looking for the best beach hotel Sri Lanka has to offer chances are it would be located in Negombo. Overlooking the massive expanse of the sandy beach these hotels allow you to conveniently set off on a kayak tour of the surrounding coast. If you prefer more serene surroundings and kayak trip on the lagoon choose the strip between lagoon and sea. Home to Jetwing Lagoon this strip of land places you within easy reach of lagoon and sea.
Kayak Hires and Tours in Negombo
Since the resort town is well known for its excellent water sports opportunities you can easily find sports clubs hiring out kayaking equipment. Chances are the sports centre of your luxury Negombo resort will have the necessary equipment. Joining a kayaking tour of the lagoon is best. Guides ensure you experience all the area has to offer in terms of exploring the eco-system, stumbling upon Dutch colonial relics along the shore and observing traditional fisher customs that take place around the banks of Negombo Lagoon.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.
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